The Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personell (LCVP) was one of the most vital pieces of Allied naval equipment of the 2nd WW. Used during operation Overlord for the invaision of occupied France and also throughout American naval operations in the Pacific proving particuarly useful in operations at Okinawa and Iwo Jima. With a shallow draft and full width bow ramp it was able to offload its cargo and leave within just 3-4 mins.